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Backstage at Cirque du Soleil

19 Nov, 2017 in Sharon's Blog / Uncategorized tagged adventure vlogger / brandon livanos / Cirque du Soleil / Cirque du Soleil Toronto / Cirque du Soleil Volta / how to join the circus / life coach / life map / parkour / sharon stokes / the circus Toronto / toronto circus / Toronto Life Coach / travel vlogger / Volta by Sharon Stokes

Cirque Du Soleil: Volta

Friends – meet my friend Brandon! He’s a circus performer in the Cirque du Soleil show, Volta.

It’s kinda funny how him and I met (you’ll have to watch the video to find out) but it’s pretty amazing how life just hands you these gifts when you least expect them! I never thought I would somehow meet someone in the circus who would invite me backstage! Our Life Map’s brought us together and we connected over the fact we’re both on a similar journey. Not one that has me leaving to join the circus anytime soon, but the type of journey where we’re both choosing to work on being the best version of ourselves.

In this weeks video I sit down with Brandon as I learn more about the circus and his Life Map journey as a performer!

Fall in Love With Winter

12 Nov, 2017 in Sharon's Blog / Uncategorized tagged adventure vlogger / blue mountain ontario / blue mountain resort / how to snowboard / life coach / life map / Quebec Ski / sharon stokes / Toronto Life Coach / Toronto Ski and Snowboard Show / travel vlogger / what to do in winter / winter sports in Canada by Sharon Stokes

Fall in Love with Winter

So here’s the deal – yes, I’m Canadian, but that certainly doesn’t mean I love winter. However, I’m on a mission to make the best of it this year!

I grew up in Muskoka where we get lots of snow, and as a kid I built snow forts, made snow angels, had snowball fights and made snowmen. As I got older these activities became less appealing and I grew to dislike winter even more. My experience with winter now is defined with lots of grunts as I pull my scarf across my face, sighs as I make my way through the slush and racoon eyes from my mascara as the icicles on my eyelashes start to melt. This is what my perspective of winter has become and I’m ready to change that!

So to get me in the winter spirit I decided to hit up the Toronto Ski and Snowboard Show. I definitely received some amazing winter inspiration and I can’t wait to share it with you so you can fall in love with winter too!

LEAP OF FAITH: Zipline and Treetop Trekking Adventures

30 Oct, 2017 in Sharon's Blog / Uncategorized tagged adventure vlogger / bag jump / blue mountain ontario / blue mountain resort / Brittany Brodie / how to overcome fear / how to zlipline / leap of faith / life coach / life map / ontario treetop trekking / sharon stokes / things to do in the fall / Toronto Life Coach / travel vlogger / what to do at Blue Mountain / zipline in ontario / zliplining at blue mountain by Sharon Stokes

Treetop trekking at Blue Mountain

Wherever my Life Map takes me I’m always on the lookout for amazing adventures!

I recently took a trip up to Blue Mountain, Ontario, where I partnered with NIVEA to give a talk on how to feel good in your skin. After the presentation was over I swapped my jeans for workout pants and met my friend, country music singer Brittany Brodie, for a fun fall outdoor adventure at the Blue Mountain Resort!

Brittany may have been a little more hesitant than I was when I told her we were going ziplning and treetop trekking. Brit isn’t a huge fan of heights so this was completely outside her comfort zone. However, with a little coaching and encouragement, I’m really proud how far she pushed herself.

I also surprised myself when an unexpected fear crept up that caught me a bit off guard.

See what it took for us to work through our nerves in this weeks video!

LOST IN A CORN MAZE: The Benefits of Getting Lost in Life

17 Oct, 2017 in Sharon's Blog / Uncategorized tagged adventure vlogger / animal farm / corn maze in ontario / fall at the farm / farm vlog / halloween farm / life coach / life map / pumpkin patch / sharon stokes / snyders farm / things to do in the fall / things to do on a farm / Toronto Life Coach / travel vlogger by Sharon Stokes

Lost in a corn maze

Corn mazes, pumpkin patches, and hayrides, oh my! In this weeks Life Map adventure my cousin Dave and I get up to some Farmtastic fun!

I’m always amazed how much you can learn by opening yourself up to new experiences. We had no idea what to expect during this day-long adventure, but that’s the beauty in being present, letting life lead the way and releasing any expectations.

I don’t know about you, but usually I have the most fun when life happens spontaneously. Even if it means getting a little lost. That’s the beauty of life sometimes. You’re meant to find your way by exploring different paths. That’s how you find clarity in knowing which path feels like the right one.

Over the course of the day we managed to meet some interesting looking animals, get carjacked, get lost in a corn maze, feel really awkward on a hayride, and get caught in the rain!

Check out the full farm adventure by watching the video below!

GLAMPING ADVENTURES: How to Reconnect with Yourself

8 Oct, 2017 in Sharon's Blog / Uncategorized tagged adventure vlogger / camping for adults / glamour camping / glamping in canada / glamping in ontario / how to go glamping / life coach / life map / luxury camping / ontario campgrounds / sharon stokes / Toronto Life Coach / travel vlogger / what is a blood analysis / what is glamping / Whispering Springs / yoga and wellness retreat by Sharon Stokes

Glamping at Whispering Springs

The last time I went camping was with my sisters, cousin and niece about 15 years ago. We packed our tents, cooler and sleeping bags, and huddled together on the hard and lumpy ground to keep warm.

Camping has changed quite a bit since then. It’s even changed it’s name to glamping! My sister and I had the opportunity to experience this new camping experience sans outhouse at the beautiful “Whispering Springs Wilderness Retreat.”

You can now enjoy the great outdoors in a mansion sized tent complete with a king size bed, soaker tub, and electric fireplace. To top off this luxury camping experience, my sister and I had the pleasure of also enjoying a yoga and wellness retreat while we were there.

It was exactly what my body and soul was craving. An escape from the city, healthy food, yoga and an opportunity to reconnect with myself. This is why as a Coach I also love creating retreats. It’s amazing what some time away mixed with some adventure can do!

CENTRAL PARK VLOG: My Favourite Place to Ponder Life

2 Oct, 2017 in Sharon's Blog / Uncategorized tagged adventure vlogger / best things to see in Central Park / central park in the summer / central park new york / central park tour / life coach / life map / NYC vlog / romantic spots in Central Park / sharon stokes / things to do in Central Park / Things to do in NYC / Toronto Life Coach / travel vlogger by Sharon Stokes

Central Park VLOG

One of my favourite places on earth is Central Park. I know there are so many other beautiful sights in the world, but for some reason there’s something about this park that has captured my heart. I can’t believe it’s already been a year since I spent 2 months in NYC thinking and reflecting a lot in this special place.

In this weeks Central Park VLOG I’m excited to share my favourite people watching spot, where I sought cover from the rain, my refuge when I felt anxious, and my favourite reading nook!

There are so many amazing things to see in Central Park, but these places I’m about to share with you hold great meaning to me. I hope one day you’re able to visit and enjoy them as much as I do!